The CitizenVolkswagen is recalling 25 729 Polo Vivos due to this issue
The National Consumer Commission said the cars were sold nationally.
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The CitizenThe CitizenSpar shareholders unhappy with how much executives are set to earn
Spar's four executive directors cost the retailer north of R58.8 million in salary packages in 2025.
The CitizenSpar chair Mike Bosman shares inside story of shock CEO departure
'We must respect Swartz's decision to step down.'
The CitizenWhy I stepped down as Spar CEO – Swartz
Group says 'highly competitive' market in SA will mean lower gross profit margins ...
The CitizenSpar CEO resigns with CFO to take over in March
He is not the first Spar CEO to jump ship amid uncertainty.
The CitizenPick n Pay disappointed as it faces potential loss of nearly half a billion
The retailer said it expects its headline loss per share to be more than 20% higher than last year's.
The CitizenWarning: These peanut butter products have been recalled due to unsafe toxin levels
The affected products were manufactured on 15 January 2026.
The CitizenWarning that food insecurity in SA is worsening and children are most affected
Imagine your food cupboards are empty and your children are hungry. This is the reality of about 18 million people in South Africa every day.
The CitizenWeBuyCars already refunded most consumers after settling with Consumer Commission
WeBuyCars agreed with the National Consumer Commission to pay a fine of R2.5 million and refund the 31 consumers who complained.
The CitizenPick n Pay again fails to avoid liability for shopper’s injuries
It’s been more than eight years since the customer was injured after slipping on a hazardous spill in a store in Cape Town.
The CitizenGlobal rice glut brings relief for SA consumers
Thanks to a change in global supply dynamics and good monsoon rains, with higher stock levels expected to persist this year.
The CitizenAlmost 60% of survey respondents say they are worse off after December
Consumers were warned about spending too much over December and many listened, but most are still worse off after the festivities.
The CitizenHow to make 2026 the ‘Year of Smarter Credit Choices’
It is quite impossible to live without credit in today’s expensive world, but you should make smarter choices when opting for credit, an expert says.
The CitizenCourts and tribunal fighting for consumers’ rights in 2025, getting millions back
The Consumer Tribunal also fined various companies, including many used car dealers, for disregarding consumers’ rights in terms of the Consumer Protection Act.
The CitizenHousehold food basket: Food prices slightly down compared to previous month and year
Low-income consumers only saved a few rands on food in December and now they have to face January with all its expenses.
The CitizenWhat to do with ugly or unsuitable Christmas presents
You can still do quite a few things with that small heap of Christmas presents that are either too ugly or too unsuitable – even good things.
The CitizenHere’s the month when food was most expensive this year
Women from low-income communities track the prices of 44 basic food items for the Household Affordability Index at 47 supermarkets and 32 butcheries where they shop.
The CitizenHere’s how much South Africans are spending on alcoholic drinks this festive
When the denominator is set to drinkers only, South Africa is the 5th highest in the world, with an average of about 30 litres per drinker annually.
The CitizenWeBuyCars confirms settlement with Consumer Commission
Due to WeBuyCars not adhering to consumer rights regarding used cars, it now has to take the financial pain of refunds and fines, as well as other expenses.
The CitizenDid Old Mutual pick the exact wrong time to launch a bank?
Despite its massive investment and plan to break even by 2028, Old Mutual Bank’s expansion strategy is challenged by the looming entry of Pepkor and Shoprite, which already operate retail finance services at scale.
The CitizenWeBuyCars agrees to pay R2.5 million fine and refund 31 consumers R3.4 million
Consumers buying used cars have long worried about what could go wrong, but two recent consumer wins now offer greater protection.
The CitizenWake up and smell the COFI as more consumer protection is on the way
Do you sometimes doubt if your financial adviser is right about everything? When the COFI Bill becomes law they will have to be.
The CitizenSouth Africans expected to spend on these items this festive season
70% of respondents will spend more than they normally would in a month.
The CitizenSpar opening Gourmet stores to compete with Woolworths and Checkers
Spar launched its first-ever gourmet store at Zimbali Oasis, KwaZulu-Natal.
The CitizenFestive season lifts consumer confidence in fourth quarter
After a year of gloom and doom due to various factors affecting the global economy, consumer confidence has increased.
The CitizenBlack Friday: What did shoppers buy this year?
Consumers spent a few billion rands on everything from expensive vacations to extra toilet paper, Coca-Cola, air fryers and Klipdrift brandy.
The CitizenSpar exits international business, reports R5 billion loss
However, Spar’s net debt reduced by 40% to R5.4 billion from R9.1 billion in 2024.
The CitizenHow Checkers Hyper stole a march on the original, Pick n Pay
Over the past decade, the network of Pick n Pay Hypermarkets has barely grown.
The CitizenHow to navigate your festive finances to avoid Januworry
It is time to relax and enjoy the holidays, but can you afford to? You can if you are careful about your budget.
The CitizenHave you been deceived? NCC investigates Shein and Temu for possible CPA violations
The CPA is a law that protects consumers from misleading business practices.